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A beaver has been rescued from a Kent beach after being found stranded on the sand.
The unusual sighting between Dumpton Gap and East Cliff in Ramsgate was reported by a passer-by and a rescue operation launched by HM Coastguard Margate.
They were assisted by a medic from the British Divers Marine Life Rescue, the Wildwood Trust and the RSPCA.
Beavers are typically found in freshwater ponds, lakes, rivers and marshes surrounded by woodland and not usually by the sea.
A Margate Coastguard spokesman said: "It was extremely rare to see but there was indeed a beaver on the beach.
"The RSPCA were also tasked along with the Wildwood trust from Canterbury to assess it.
"The animal was taken away for assessment and any treatment that is needed.
"It is extremely rare to see a wild animal like this on our beaches but we urge that if you do come across something like this, please do not approach and dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
"We will be able to arrive on scene and after assessment get the appropriate services that best suit the situation."
The animal was taken away by staff from the Wildwood Trust to be checked over.
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